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George Hastick
George H.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 1 day ago
The bite has been on fire from the shallow mangrove lined flats to rock pile fishing in the bay. We have been using live bait catching snook, trout, redfish, mangrove snapper and more!
George Hastick
George H. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 1 day ago
The bite has been on fire from the shallow mangrove lined flats to rock pile fishing in the bay. We have been using live bait catching snook, trout, redfish, mangrove snapper and more!
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Tom Charlton
Tom C.
Tampa, Florida
Reported 4 days ago
8 foot nurse shark while snapper fishing in Tampa Bay
Tom Charlton
Tom C. Tampa, Florida Reported 4 days ago
8 foot nurse shark while snapper fishing in Tampa Bay
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Dillon Arsenault
Dillon A.
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported 5 days ago
The bite has been on fire lately. We’ve been putting clients on mangrove snapper, lane snapper, red grouper, gag grouper, and even a few surprise tuna on the nearshore grounds.
The recipe has been simple: shrimp, pinfish, sardines, and greenbacks have all been getting the job done. Every trip has been a little different, and that’s what makes this time of year so much fun—you never know what’s coming over the rail next.
Dillon Arsenault
Dillon A. St. Petersburg, Florida Reported 5 days ago
The bite has been on fire lately. We’ve been putting clients on mangrove snapper, lane snapper, red grouper, gag grouper, and even a few surprise tuna on the nearshore grounds.
The recipe has been simple: shrimp, pinfish, sardines, and greenbacks have all been getting the job done. Every trip has been a little different, and that’s what makes this time of year so much fun—you never know what’s coming over the rail next.
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
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Dustin Lambert
Dustin L.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 1 week ago
Lots of snapper and tunas
Dustin Lambert
Dustin L. Sarasota, Florida Reported 1 week ago
Lots of snapper and tunas
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Charlie Tita
Charlie T.
Bradenton, Florida
Reported 1 week ago
Cobia bite on nearshore ledges
Charlie Tita
Charlie T. Bradenton, Florida Reported 1 week ago
Cobia bite on nearshore ledges
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Wes Wildman
Wes W.
Bradenton, Florida
Reported 1 week ago
Been catching mangrove snapper, trout , snook, flounder, redfish and a few sharks. Moving around a lot as it is quite hot out. Keeping the rods bent and getting some dinner!
Wes Wildman
Wes W. Bradenton, Florida Reported 1 week ago
Been catching mangrove snapper, trout , snook, flounder, redfish and a few sharks. Moving around a lot as it is quite hot out. Keeping the rods bent and getting some dinner!
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
Fishing in Bradenton, Florida
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Joseph Dephillips
Joseph D.
Wesley Chapel, Florida
Reported 2 weeks ago
Red Snapper Season is open! We have been killing it on my long range trips. We have been catching Red snapper, mutton snapper, mangrove snapper, red grouper, scamp grouper, gag grouper ,yellowtail snapper, tuna, Mahi mahi and even sailfish. We run 80 miles one way offshore.
Joseph Dephillips
Joseph D. Wesley Chapel, Florida Reported 2 weeks ago
Red Snapper Season is open! We have been killing it on my long range trips. We have been catching Red snapper, mutton snapper, mangrove snapper, red grouper, scamp grouper, gag grouper ,yellowtail snapper, tuna, Mahi mahi and even sailfish. We run 80 miles one way offshore.
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
Fishing in St. Petersburg, Florida
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Frankie Bird
Frankie B.
Ruskin, Florida
Reported 2 weeks ago
Trout,reds and big snook all week. Tampa bay is all fired up and only getting better every day.
Frankie Bird
Frankie B. Ruskin, Florida Reported 2 weeks ago
Trout,reds and big snook all week. Tampa bay is all fired up and only getting better every day.
Fishing in Ruskin, Florida
Fishing in Ruskin, Florida
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Tom Charlton
Tom C.
Tampa, Florida
Reported 2 weeks ago
Blue fish and red grouper in the bay.
Tom Charlton
Tom C. Tampa, Florida Reported 2 weeks ago
Blue fish and red grouper in the bay.
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Vasiliy Obukhov
Vasiliy O.
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Reported 2 weeks ago
Hogfish biting pretty good, as well mangroves and grunts
Vasiliy Obukhov
Vasiliy O. Lakewood Ranch, Florida Reported 2 weeks ago
Hogfish biting pretty good, as well mangroves and grunts
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Recent Palmetto Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brian and Captain Gerry were great! Great conversation and knows their stuff. We booked a 4 hour trip. Safety is priority and a storm was rolling in, so we had to head back after 2 hours. However, it passed after 30-45 minutes and we went back out. They took us to 4-5 different spots and we caught over 10 species of fish! Flounder, grouper, spades, sheeps head, lady fish, trout, silvers, mackerel, jack, pin, mangrove snapper, puffer. Many we had to release because they weren’t in season or were juveniles. However, the ones we did keep, the captains cleaned up for us. Overall, had a wonderful time. 10/10

    Win P. | July 7, 2026

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    I had 5 teens with little to no experience fishing. They caught a lot of fish , learned a few life lessons, and most of all had a great time .

    Tracy G. | July 6, 2026

    Trip: Captain's Choice Fishing Adventure

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    Dillon was a great guide. We caught a ton of fish land we were able to feed the 8 we came with for dinner. Thanks Cap

    Ryley | July 6, 2026

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    Captian Nick and 1st mate Trey were amazing...! The bite was a challenge but our guys never gave up or stopped. A few moves and we caught plenty of fish for dinner with some decent groupers to top it off. Nice variety of fish from one of the biggest White Grunt I've ever seen, big Laine Snappers, Vermillion Snappers and a bunch a almost keeper Red Snapper mixed in. (Stubborn snappers...) Its called fishing, not catching... Loved their personalities from the start, conversation came easy and made for a very comfortable trip out. Thanks to both for a great day out on the beautiful Florida waters. WE WILL BE BACK from Philly, PA next year...! 🫡🎣💪

    Sean P. | July 5, 2026

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    We had such a wonderful trip, my two grandsons loved it. They talked all the way home about doing a 10 hr trip next time. We loved the fishing. Capt. Mike guided to the right places to catch fish. His assistant the best, she kept us informed and ready to bring in fish. She was on top of everything. The filleting was perfect, and we enjoyed the lunch right there at the marina with our fish. Best day ever.

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    Mike and Emily gave us a great time out on the water! Most of us already fish on our own, but it was great to not have to worry about equipment/location etc. We're already thinking about doing it again later in the year. I would definitely recommend booking for the longer time options - time flies especially if you're trying multiple different styles of fishing.

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